Job Description

What you would be doing:

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Law Specialist provides legal assistance in support of functions of the Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission. Performs varied administrative, policy related and substantive legal duties with a high degree of responsibility; represents the Commission in relationships with the public and the Alaska Department of Law. Drafts Commission decisions, conducts legal research, establishes and maintains Commission regulatory and legislative archives. Drafts regulatory proposals, and writes statutory amendments for introduction by the legislature.

This position is primarily responsible for management of information and communications relating to legal aspects of limited entry. It is responsible for representing the Commission with the Alaska Department of Law, providing information and legal research to the Commissioners and staff regarding litigation, coordinating the promulgation of regulations, and performing policy analysis in support of the Commissioners and Commission paralegals.

Examples of Duties:
Legal Services

Provide administrative support to Commissioners during fishery litigation process.

Evaluate proposed investigations for further action and approve settlements in notice to show cause hearings. Hearings & Adjudications

Draft Commission decisions and perform legal research in support of decisions.

Coordinate record preparation for appeals process.

Act as Hearing Officer, as needed, for hearings relative to: limited entry permit applications; qualifications for an interim-use permit; emergency and permanent transfers of permits; entry permit fees based on residency and on poverty fee guidelines; refunds of permit fees; demerit points; notice to show cause (AS 16.43.960).

Review hearing requests to determine if there is a genuine issue of fact, law or discretion that could be addressed at a hearing and issue decision.

Schedule and conduct hearings. If needed, arrange prehearing conferences, issues subpoenas, and rule on motions.

Issue preliminary orders; write and issue hearing decisions.

Limitation of Fisheries

Provide analysis and support of all aspects of limiting a fishery under the Limited Entry Act. Regulations

Prepare public notices and agendas for public meetings of the Commission.

Administer all aspects of the Commission\'s regulatory process.

Liaison

Act as liaison between Commission and Attorney General\'s Office for appeals, regulations, legislation, and AG opinions; provide information and assistance, as needed.

Perform legislative liaison responsibilities, as needed. Policy

Perform policy analysis, as needed.

The Organization\'s Purpose:

The Alaska seafood industry is one of the state\'s leading economic sectors bringing in over $5.5 in economic activity and employing over 60,000 people. With fisheries that range from Ketchikan to Kotzebue, annually there are more than 12,000 people who renew almost 18,000 permits. The Alaska Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission (CFEC/Commission) is the agency responsible for issuing those permits and getting Alaska\'s commercial fishing industry on the water. The Commission perform a variety of judicial and regulatory functions. The Law Specialist is the chief legal advisor on all Commission matters.

Our Team:

CFEC is a small, quasi-judicial agency with a close-knit group of professionals. CFEC is an independent agency, separate but affiliated with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. As chief legal counsel for the Commission, this challenging position offers work in a variety of interesting fisheries management and marine legal arenas.

The Working Environment:

The position works in Juneau, Alaska in a centrally located professional office complex, approximately 8 miles from downtown Juneau. This position may be availed to a hybrid in-office/telework agreement if appropriate.

What We Are Looking For:

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Law Specialist provides legal assistance in support of functions of the Commission. The Law Specialist

• performs varied administrative, policy related and substantive legal duties with a high degree of responsibility;
• represents the Commission in relationships with the public and the Alaska Department of Law;
• drafts Commission decisions, conducts legal research, and establishes and maintains Commission regulatory and legislative archives; and
• drafts regulatory proposals, and statutory amendments for introduction by the legislature.

This position requires knowledge in or of the Limited Entry Act and regulations, objectives, and procedures; familiarity with law, legal research and legal procedures; the ability to analyze complex issues; and the ability to maintain sensitive information in confidence. Candidate must have good verbal and written communication skills.

Special Note:
Driver\'s License

This position has access to and is entrusted with a significant amount of confidential information

Minimum Qualifications

AS 44.62.350 (c) requires that a hearing officer be licensed to practice law for at least two years prior to appointment. While CFEC is exempt from this statutory provision, this licensure is preferred, as is experience working with laws and regulations relative to the commercial fishing industry.

This is a fully exempt job class under AS 39.25.110(D)

Additional Required Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

To apply for this position, please submit:

• A cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the best candidate for this position. The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the key responsibilities and desired strengths listed in the job description. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax it to the contact number provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. Your cover letter will be used as a writing sample.
• A resume with your complete job history
• Three (3) professional references. References must be reachable by phone.

COVER LETTER A cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the best candidate for this position. The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the key responsibilities and desired strengths listed in the job description. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax it to the contact number provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. Your cover letter will be used as a writing sample.

EDUCATION

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or within 48 hours of the close of this recruitment to the contact person listed below.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

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Contact Information

Contact Information:

Alysha Guthrie, Executive Director

907.790.6944

Glenn Haight, Commissioner

907.790.6942

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